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Repulsjonskrefter, or repulsive forces, are fundamental interactions in physics where two or more objects exert an outward push on each other, preventing them from coming closer. These forces are a consequence of the fundamental laws governing matter and energy. A common example is the electrostatic repulsion between two positively charged particles, as described by Coulomb's Law. Similarly, two negatively charged particles also repel each other. Unlike charges, however, attract.

Another significant type of repulsive force arises from the Pauli exclusion principle, which states that no two identical fermions (like electrons) can occupy the same quantum state simultaneously. When two atoms approach each other, their electron clouds begin to overlap. The Pauli exclusion principle dictates that electrons in the same shell cannot occupy the same orbital, leading to an effective repulsive force that prevents matter from collapsing. This force is crucial for the stability of everyday objects, providing them with volume and structure.

Nuclear forces also exhibit repulsive components. While the strong nuclear force binds protons and neutrons together in the nucleus, the electrostatic repulsion between positively charged protons within the nucleus acts to destabilize it. This interplay between attractive and repulsive forces is a key factor in nuclear stability and radioactive decay. In essence, repulsive forces are as vital as attractive forces in shaping the universe and its observable phenomena.